Canastota High School - Toot Yearbook (Canastota, NY)

Text from Pages 1 - 40 of the 1939 volume:

Best Wishes to the Class of ’39 From Beeman’s Ice Cream Rar “YOUR FAVORITE REFRESHMENTS AT YOUR FAVORITE PRICES” Magazines Tobacco Newspapers Soda Fountain Nickelodian Dancing All Latest Records m Compliments of DIEMOLDING CORPORATION , . . Manufacturers of MOLDED PARTS and PLASTIC MATERIALS Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of H. L. PEACH JEWELER — OPTICIAN Quality Ice Cream Fresh Salted Nuts Rich Sodas Chapman’s Confectionery The place where quality is supreme Delicious Sandwiches Tasty Lunches Delicious Summer Candies CLARK’S SERVICE STATION RICHFIELD GASOLINE AUTO SUPPLIES Goodyear Tires Willard Batteries PHONE 114 A COMPLETE LINE Of MEATS AND GROCERIES Danesi’s Modern Market PHONE 377 PETERBORO ST. Congratulations to The Class of 1939 � A. AQUINO SON Canastota, N. Y. THERE’S A JOB WAITING FOR YOU WHEN YOU’RE READY FOR IT. PREPARE FOR THE WORK YOU ENJOY AS DID 25,000 satisfied graduates placed in permanent positions during; 35 years of successful business training;. Registration and Approval by New York State Board of Regents is your guarantee of thorough training. Call 2-1165 or Write Today CENTRAL CITY BUSINESS INSTITUTE 630 S. Warren Street Phone 2-1165 Syracuse, New York Forster Service Station WHOLESALE AND RETAIL GASOLINE FUEL OIL KEROSENE Just North of the Village McCON N ELL’S A GOOD DRUG STORE TO TRADE AT McConnell’s Drug Store is a good place and enjoys the patronage of very particular people in every sect- ion. Why shouldn’t it? Our store is complete. The qualities are highest, the prices absolutely the lowest consistent with the quality sold. McConnell’s Drugstore HARDWARE STOVES PLUMBING HEATING FARR BROS. SAME LOCATION FOR 59 YEARS PAINT sheet metal GLASS ROOFING COMPLIMENTS OF HARVEY BROS. S. PETERBORO AND JAMES ST. GAS AND LUBRICATION STORAGE AND REPAIRS To The 1939 Graduation Class WE EXTEND OUR SINCERE CONGRATULATIONS HINMAN MILKING MACHINE CO. ONEIDA, N. Y. FRED HODGES Men’s Young Men’s Clothing and Furnishings 132 Main St. Oneida DINGMAN’S SERVICE STATION Canastota, N. Y. Texaco Gasoline FIRESTONE Goodrich Tires Phone 27 Compliments of Compliments of DON AND TESSIE’S JOHN L. ROBERTSON Beauty Parlor Attorney and Counselor Canastota, N. Y. Canastota, N. Y. BEN FRANKLIN Compliments of STORE A home owned store, TORNATORE and owned by local people. FARFAGLIA Your patronage Grocers is appreciated Canastota, N. Y. Canastota, N. Y. ONEIDA VALLEY MICHAEL J. FROMEY Contractor in GARAGE Painting and Carpentry T. W. Whipple Son Phone 199-F13 Canastota, N. Y. 3fIormet JVfrerg IWott In recognition of her ever-ready help, and unlimited patience in answer- ing the thousand and one questions of interest and importance to us, we affec- tionately dedicate this, our Senior Classbook, The Toot. “ You've been our Dictionary and Book of Knowledge, Answering questions throughout the day Making our school-work many times easier And through it all you're been cheerful and gay “ We cannot hope to pen a tribute Worthy of your deeds galore But take this chance to all say Th ink You And hope you'll remember us evermore.'' —THE SENIOR CLASS OF 1939 STAFF Editor-in-Chief HERBERT vV. LENEKEK Associate Editor...........................HESPER E. HOYT Advertising Editor........................JAMES DIGASPAR1 Photographic Editor......................HOWARD GLEASON Circulation Editor......................VINCENT SE'i ITCASE Typing Editor MAKiiAKET LUMBRAZO ADVERTISING BOARD Rudolph Albanese .Molly Bonaventura Michael Pcrretta Mary Jane Albanese Herber Wilde June Wood John Molinari Alexander Fiore Mary Jane Albanese HUMOR Marjorie Nichols Aletha Yorton Helen Cordell Gertrude Danesi Rose Haiti Rose DoFancisco Michael Perretta John Molinari James Rinando William Tanner Alexander Fiore LITERARY BOARD Katherine Eppolit Warren Johnson Margaret Ash Lillian Benishek June Wood Laverna Fox H rbert Wilde Almon New Patricia. I larke Patricia Wallace Mary Frances Stahlei Pauline Balducci Elaine Acker Howard Gleason Charles Borgognoni Barbara ImlioJ'e Gerard LeB anc Rodney Jaquay Martha Caldwell Peter Ellis CONTENTS Dedication .............................................. 6 Staff ................................................... 7 Ciass Pictures .......................................... 8 Editorial ............................................... 9 f aculty ................................................10 Board of Education ......................................10 Appreciation to Mrs. Fudesco ............................11 Alumni Notes ............................................11 Class History ...........................................12 Junior Class History ....................................13 Sophomore Class History .................................13 Freshman Class History ..................................13 Popularity Contest.......................................14 Class Motto, Colors and Flower ..........................14 Ciass Officers and Honors ...............................15 Class Will ..............................................16 Class Alphabet ..........................................17 Class Prophecy ........................................ 18 Individual Pictures ..................................19-26 Alma Mater .......................................... 27 Ping Pong Tournament ....................................27 National Thespians ......................................29 Music Department ........................................30 Press Club ..............................................31 K. E. Sorority ..........................................32 Baseball ................................................33 Boxing ..................................................33 Wrestling ...............................................33 Boy's Football .........................................34 Boy’s Basketball .......................................35 Track ...................................................36 Girl’s Sports ...........................................36 Girl’s Basketball .......................................37 Who’s Who in the Senior Ciass ........................38-39 CLASS OF 1939 r 1939 THE TOOT 1939 “We’ve Come a Long, Long Way Together” We borrow a line from one of the currently popular songs to express our sentiments as the prospects of our coming separation, both from the school and the members of the class, looms before our eyes. Four years is a relatively short time, and it has flown past in what seems an incredibly shorter time, but the four years we have spent together are indeed very important years. In the past four years we have developed our characters, and have adopt- ed a definite personality for ourselves. It is very unlikely that either our per- sonality or character will change radically throughout the coming years, and the mark that we leave on the book of accomplishments will owe its existence, whether it be honorary or not, in the main part to our four years spent under the benevolent tutelage of the C. H. S. faculty. Of course, some of us may change very much, but they will be the exception, and not the rule. Our class has done nothing exceedingly startling during its four year so- journ in C. H. S. We have been by no means more outstanding than any other average c.ass. We were not socially prominent, and have not had many class get-to-gethers, but every affair we have sponsored has been a huge success. Our dances have always been well attended, and our choice of orchestras has never been belittled. We have striven ror quality, and under the guidance of Mrs. Fudesco, we have never missed our mark. We doubt very much if we will be remembered long in the school, although the antics of some of our more illustrious members may be discussed for a while, but we are content in the knowledge that we are a group that marches ahead slowly but surely, com- petent to meet any situation, though unheralded by the fickle notes of a brass band. The only sad note to dim the joy oi the situation is that we shall no long- er be in the company of the many friends we have made during our four years; we will no longer come to the tamilar hails whence we have toil- ed (a little) and played (a lot), and looked forward to the day when we would look back on our high school life. Oh, we’ve all looked forward to the day, when we would be graduated; to say different for the sake of sentiment would not be consistent, but we have by no means looked on the four years as drudg- ery, and we will all miss the many good times we have enjoyed here. We suppose it would be pleasant if we could stay in one place all our life, keeping the same friends and classmates, but we would never progress, and likewise the world would never be able to keep up with the treadmill of ex- istence. It is time for the class to break up; it is time to go out in the world, with the enthusiasm of youth tempered by the experience of old age, and as a result, a better place for the succeeding generations to live in. It is impera- tive that we all dedicate our lives to the bettering of the world, and thereby enjoy a useful existence. WE’VE COME A LONG, LONG WAY TOGETHER. AND WE STILL HAVE A LONG WAY TO GO. —HERBERTLENEKER 10 THE TOOT FACULTY OF C. H. S. GLEN F. BOGARDUS—Superinten- dent of Schools, It is from a great life that high characters are drawn.” D. ROBERT McLEAN—Principal, “The kindest man, the best condition- ed and unwearied spirit in doing cour- tesies”. MISS ANNA B. CLINES—Vice- Principal, It is more blessed to give than to receive.” MRS. MARGARET MILMOE—“Our guide, philosopher and friend.” MISS LOUIS H. POWERS—Precep- tress, “Our devoted friend, the mani- fold linguist.” MISS RITA E. MACKEY—“Wisdom and goodness are both in her.” MRS. SAMUEL FUDESCO—“High erected thoughts seated in a heart ot courtesy.” MRS. WILLARD SMITH—“She pur- sues science with true dignity; and is indeed a pearl of great price.” MISS GERTRUDE E. DANIELS— “One endowed with a kind manner and gentle speech.” MR. MEADE HEDGELON—“Never idle a moment, but thrifty and thought- ful of others.” MR. WALLACE OSTRYNSKI—“Not only is there an art in knowing a thing, but also a certain art in teach- ing it.” MR. M. BOURNE TORNATORE— “Clearness marks the sincerity of this philosopher.” MISS HELEN JACOBS—“Her dra- matic presentations have inspired many; her pleasant ways have won her friends.” MRS. WHEELER MILMOE—“One who wrestled with us to strengthen our nerves and sharpen our skids.” MISS BETTY HOWARD— Sweetest melodies are those that are by a dis- tance made more sweet.” MR. MAURICE BARITAUD—“Music is the universal language of man- kind.” MRS. RUDOLPH DAMSCHROE- DER—“Her worth is warrant for her welcome.” MRS. FLORENCE BAKROT—“A good mind possesses a kingdom.” MR. WILLIAM D. SCHMIDT—“He gave with a zest, ana he gave his best.” MISS MARGARET HELLER—“Her good disposition we prefer to gold. MISS RUTH CALLAGHAN—“Good health and good sense are two oi life’s greatest blessings.” MISS SUSAN PETRIE—“She would help others out of a fellow feeling.” MR. HENRY SIVERS—“His ability was appreciated. J THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Judge Albert E. Campbell Norman L. Stafford Airs. Alay C. Phillips Dr. David M. Hoyt Charles H. Hoffman Glen F. Bogardus, Clerk The Senior Class of 1939, happily expresses their thanks and appreciation for the care and thoughtful attention that our superiors have bestowed upon us. To the Board of Education, we Seniors express our gratitude in obtaining the best facilities in furthering our education. They have been most proficient in building-up and acquainting us with the economic world. We are sure that every student, senior or not, after leaving high school, will hold a kind mem- ory in his mind for the inspiration that Mr. Bogardus has given him. In every successful institution of learning, there has been complete unity and cooperation between the Board of Education and the student body. —HELEN CORDELL THE TOOT 11 A Million Thanks to You, Mrs. Fudesco— Throughout our four years in high school you have been our friend and aid, giving cheerfully of your time and advice in helping us to solve perplexing questions and problems that have arisen. The only way that we can truly show our sincere appreciation for the work you have done is to say: THANKS A MILLION —The Senior Class WELL KNOWN ALUMNI OF C. H. S. Dr. W. A. Groat, a famous alumni of C. H. S. graduated with the class of 1892. He is now President of the New York State Medical Association 1938-1939. Ernest Barott graduated with the class of 1902. At the present time he is an outstanding architect in Can- ada. Susie Capparelli graduated from C hi. S. in 1912. She is now Mrs. William Sullivan of Ithaca. She is a member of the Board of Trustees of Ithaca College. Wueeler Milmoe graduated with the class of 1913. He is now an assembly- man from Madison county 1934-1939. Lester Germer graduated with the class of 1913. He graduated from Col- umbia University and obtained a Ph. D. He is employed in the Research De- partment of the Bell Telephone Com- pany. He was co-worker with the winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics fer 1937. Robert Milmoe, a graduate of 191?, is at present assistant city engineer of Los Angeles, California. Lois TeWinkel graduated from C. H. S. with the class of 1920. She is also a graduate of Oberlin College and received a Ph. D. at Columbia. At the present time she is assistant professor of Biology at Smith College. Valentine Goodell graduated with the class of 1925. At the present time he is employed by the United States Rubber Company. He is working n Sumatra, Dutch East Indies. Ross Patane, is a graduate of the class of 1930. He graduated from Law School at Syracuse University. He is now practicing law in Canastota. Gillis Klock graduated from the Forestry Department of Idaho Uni- versity. He is now working in the vicinity of San Francisco. Gordon TeWinkel graduated with the class of 1926. He is also a grad- uate of Oberlin coliege. At tne pres- ent time he is teaching science in a high school at Kee3eville, New York. Unarms Tornatore is a graduate of the class of 1931. rie graduated from the University of Pennsylvania Den- tal School with high honors. At pres- ent he is practicing dentistry in Can- astota. Vincent Grilli, is one of tne gradu- ates of the class of 1932. rie graduated from Albany Law School and is prac- ticing law at Herkimer, New York. Roland Shumard is a graduate of the class of 1932. He graduated from Cornell University, and is now em- ployed by a chemical company in St. Louis, Missouri. Lucy Tibbits graduated with the class of 1933. She also graduated from Mt. Holyoke. At the present time sne is instructor in the school for the blind, at Baltimore, Maryland. Cecil Wilt graduated with the class of 1933. She is also a graduate of Cornell University. At the present time she is teaching Home Economics at Fair Haven, New lork. Elinor Sisson a graduate of the class of 1933 also graduated from Cornell University. At the present time she is employed in the Research Depart- ment at the Oneida Community, at Sherrill, New York. Marian Bellamy graduated with the class of 1933. She is now an outstand- ing director of 4-H work in Oneida County. Daniel Yorton a graduate of the class of 1936, also graduated from the Morisville Agricultural School. At pres- ent time he is employed by the Madi- son County Farm Bureau. JESSIE GRILLI —GERTRUDE V. DANESI 12 THE TOOT HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1939 Canastota High School was first gladdened in September, 1935, by the sight of a little band of strangers; who, although at that time looking most forlorn and lonesome, were des- tined to become one day a mighty and prosperous class, for they were the first symptoms of us—the Class of ’39. During our first year we did not do much except observe how things were dene. We elected as our class officers: President, Charles Ponticello; Vice President, Rose Raiti; Secretary. Mar- jerie Nichols; Treasurer, Mary Jane Albanese. Our only social activity was planned as a hot dog roast at Agnes Whit- meyer’s, but as the hour approached a thunderstorm made it necessary to held our picnic in the high school gym. We were rather depressed by this sudden change in our plans but as the evening progressed our spirits were brightened and a good time was had by all. The first event of our Sophomore year was a picnic to be held at Subur- ban Park, but here again we were disappointed as the day turned out to be rainy. However, 16 Sophomores went forth bravely and all reported an excellent time. Later in the year we held a very successful party in the high school gym, headed by our president John Mclinari. Thirty Sophomores attended. Other class officers were: Vice Presi- dent. Mary Frances Stahler; Secretary. Warren Johnson; Treasurer Mary Jane Albanese. After electing Howard Gleason as President; Herbert Leneker, Vice President; June Wood. Secretary; 1-tesper Hoyt, Treasurer, we were ready to start our Junior year. On the 20th of November, a gala party was held in the high school gym. About twenty Juniors attended. May 4, we held our annual Junior Prom with Mary Jane Albanese as General Chairman. The dance was a glorious success in every way, we out- shone all our predecessors. That year we took the Seniors to Owasco Lake for the Junior-Senior picnic. It was cloudy when we started but as the day progressed, no rain appeared. We wonder if there is any- one who didn’t ride on the roller coaster. It seems to be silence we hear. And now, behold us in the might and beauty of our fourth year. Un- der the guidance of Mrs. Samuel Fu- desco, our class advisor, we elected as officers: President, Jarvis Dew, Vice President, John Molinari; Secretary June Wood; Treasurer, rtesper Hoyt. At our first meeting we chose Purple and Gold as our colors, and our flower is Forget-me-not. Our motto is “We learn not for school but for life.” We bought our class window in November. In February a very suc- cessful party was held in the hign school gym. Hamburgers, cake and chccolate milk were served. Class pins were ordered by every- one, and upon their arrival everyone seemed to be well pleased. The Senior Ball was held June 9th, and was both a social and financial success, with 72 couples attending. This year it is our turn to be the guests of the Juniors at the annual Junior-Senior picnic to be held at Owasco Lake. We have labored hard (at times) and now that our four years course is completed we are looking forward to establishing higher ideals and achieving more power. We do not wish to become a mere memory in the minds of our successors. —ALETHA YORTON THE TOOT 13 HISTORY OF JUNIOR CLASS Sometimes a class will enter High School quietly and as quietly, pass thru the four years of High School Life, unmarked by real distinction and nibbling along at an uneventful exist- ence. NOT SO WITH THE CLASS OF 1940. Since we first set our toes on the floors of C. H. S., we have made ’em “sit up and take notice.” As Fresh- men and Sophomores, we carried or. in an understanding manner, both so- cially and as sincere students. Our first President was Bud Hall; our second Mary Morecroft. Each year has brought us new hon- ors and accomplishments. This, our Junior year, has been especially fine. Our officers are: President, Roberi Durfce; Vice President, M. Morecroft; Secretary, Helene Mengucci; Treasur- er, Vincent Malfitano. The Junior Prom, held on April 19, was the bright beam of the social activities. Amid “Dark Purple” decor- ations and the sweet strains of Bobby Lanes’ Orchestra, we danced, proud of the fact that we had so gioriousiy reached 1939. What class could boast a prettier Oueen than the yueen ot that Junior Prom, our own Lorna? The box of candy presented to her was but a small token of our real admiration and feeling for her. When it comes to Oratory—our Mary carried off the honors in splen- did style at the Prize Speaking con- test this year. Please forgive us if we feel a bit proud, it’s just our class spirit, we can’t help it. Now, when you give our class a hand, Add ten more lusty cheers For our Miss Mackey who has stood By us these last three years. —MARGARET ASH HISTORY OF SOPHOMORE CLASS The Senior class of 1941 The Sophomore class began the year by electing the class officers. They are as follows: President ..........Charles Borgononi Vice President .....Holden Shumard Treasurer ................Betty Maine Secretary ..............LaVerna Fox The rules which we decided to im- pose upon the Freshmen at the begin- ning of the year were highly appre- ciated by the upper classmen. Of our first social attempt of the year nothing more need be said. We are now planning a second attempt which we hope will be a success. Our window, which was received with much approval, left our treasury quite depleted, xne colors of the win- dow, which were originally green and goid are now green and orange. —LaVERNA FOX HISTORY OF FRESHMAN CLASS The class of '42 got off to a good start in High school by having as their class advisors Miss Powers and Miss Heller. Early in September they held their first Freshman Meeting and chose their class officers. They are as follows: President, Stanley Sweet; Vice Pres- ident, Sam DeFrancisco; Treasurer, Antenneta Lisi; Secretary, Elaine Ac- ker. Later in the year they held another meeting and chose Blue and Gold” as their class colors. At this same meet- ing—“Carpe diem” was chosen as their class motto. In October they held a masquerade party, in the winter they had a sleigh ride, and before this term is over they will have had a picnic. Besides the fun they have had they also are the first class in the history of Canastota High school to have bought their class window in their freshman year. —ELAINE ACKER 14 THE TOOT POPULARITY CONTEST Most Attractive Girl ... Margie Nichols Handsomest Boy ..........Jarvis Dev Most Popular Girl, Mary Jane Albanese Most Popular Boy .......Jarvis Dew Best Dancer, Girl ....Elia Albanese Best Dancer, Boy ..........T. Guifre Most Intelligent Girl ....M. F. Stahler Most Intelligent Boy Herbert Leneker Most Personality Girl M. J. Albanese Most Personality Boy ....Jarvis Dew Best Sport, Girl, Mary Jane Albanese Best Sport, Boy ........Jug Digaspari Best Girl Athlete, Mary Jane Albanese Best Boy Athlete ..........Almon New Most Studious Girl ........Rose Raiti Most Studious Boy .......Bud Gleason Most Likely To Succeed, Girl M. F. Stahler Most Likely To Succeed, Boy Herbert Leneker Teacher’s Pet, Girl ... Lillian Benishek Teacher’s Pet, Boy Robert Chaffee Biggest Flirt, Girl ....Elaine Acker Biggest Flirt, Boy ...............Bud Hall Biggest Chiseler, Girl ... Elaine Acker Biggest Chiseler, Boy ...i. Bud Hall Best Actress ..................Margie Nichois Best Actor ...........Warren Johnson Prettiest Hair, Girl ....Hesper Hoyt Prettiest Hair, Boy ...Frank Morano Prettiest Smile, Girl Mollie Bonaventura Prettiest Smile, Boy ....Frank Morano Best Taste in Clothes, Girl Margaret Lumbrazo Best Taste in Clothes, Boy Vincent Setticase Most Outstanding Freshman John Bogardus Most Outstanding Sophomore Charles Borgognoni Most Outstanding Junior Lorna Weimer Most Outstanding Senior Vincent Setticase Favorite Radio Comedian Favorite Orchestra ....... Favorite Actor ........... Favorite Actress.......... Favorite Radio Program Favorite Color ........... .Jack Benny .. .Artie Shaw Errol Flynn Hedy LeMarr Lone Ranger ............Red CLASS MOTTO “Non scholae sed vitae discimus.” “We learn not for school, but for life.” CLASS COLORS Purple and Gold CLASS FLOWER Forget-me-not THE TOOT 15 CLASS OFFICERS President...............-..............................BRUCE JARVIS DEW Vice President...........................................JOHN MOLINARI Secretary........................ -.....................-....JUNE WOOD Treasurer................................................„. HESPER HOYT CLASS HONORS MARY FRANCES STAHLER VALEDICTORIAN “A good mind possesses a good fort- une.” National Thespians ’37, ’38, ’39, ‘‘Sec- ond Childhood”, ’36, “The Patsy”, ’37, “Spring Fever”, Student Director of “Sparkin’” ’38, Glee Club '36, ’37, ’33, ’39, K. E. Club ’38, ’39, Press Club ’37, ’38, Spring Reverie ’37, Junior Prom and Senior Ball Committee, Vice President of Sophomore Class. HERBERT W. LENEKER SALUTATORIAN “Nothing is hard to the willing mind.” Editor of “Toot”, Editor of We, The Pupils”, ’38, '39, Press Club ’37, ’38, ’39, Vice President of Junior Class, Salutatorian of Senior Class, Reporter, National Thespians, “Second Child- hood”, “Patsy”, Press Club Play ’33, ’39, “Sunset by Slanskey”, Chairman of Ticket Committee of Junior Prom. HONOR STUDENTS Mary Frances Stahler Herbert Leneker Lillian Beneshek Marietta Corl Herbert W’ikle June W’ood Gerard LeBlanc Isabelle Wright Warren Johnson Michael Perretta Hesper Hoyt Rose DeFrancisco Rose Raiti Howard Gleason William Tanner 24% of the graduating class are on the honor roll. 16 THE TOOT CLASS WILL We, the senior class of 1939 being mentally deficient and physically decrepit, hereby draw up and make known this, our last will and testament. To Bill Stearns—a framed picture of the boys in the C. H. S.—H. C. to keep him from getting lonesome in his senior year. To Frances Setticase—Pat Wallace leaves her faith. To Mary Ellen Agersinger—Hesper Hoyt leaves her warbling ability. To Jack Caldwell—Herbert Leneker leaves his modesty. To Pete Ellis, Dick Cronk and John Bogardus—we leave C. H. S. (When they’re done with it the W. P. A. will have a new project.) To Bud Hall—Jarvis Dew leaves his lady-killing ability. To Jo Ponticello and Pete Ellis—Tillie and Bud leave their fidelity. To any girl who thinks she can qualify—Mary Jane Albanese leaves her qualities which have made her one of the outstanding girls of C. H. S. To Miss Powers—Somebody to take Coxie’s place in her Latin classes. To Lorna Weimer—Marjorie Nichols leaves her title as best looking girl. To Don Robinson—Alex Fiore leaves his tap dancing ability. To any three juniors—Whipple leaves his position as the left side of the foot- ball team. To Virginia Ely—A sweetheart pin whose initials will be V. E. and M. P. To Mrs. Fudesco—A box of Aspirin tablets tor the headaches that the class of 1939 have given her for the last four years. To Frances and Yola—Pat Wallace and Mary Jane Albanese leave the chain of friendship that binds them together. To the Juniors—We leave our seats in study hall and also our books. To Incoming Freshmen—The brilliance of our brain trust Herbert Leneker and Mary Frances Stahler. To Albert Pugliano—Ted Mero leaves his women-hating tendencies. To Stanley Sweet—An index system to file away his women. To Bill Maloney—A muffler to quiet his second period sneezes. To Rusty Henderson—Robert Chaffee leaves his filibustering ability. To Bob Snyder—A road map of Madison County so that in the future he won’t park in the fields. To Virginia Foley—All the boy friends she wants at any time. To Philip Hamlin—An inexhaustible supply of gum. To Pinky Schmidt—Any winning athletic combination. To A1 New—We leave a P. G. course to enable him to be near Elaine for another year. To Jack Skaden— Rudy Albanese leaves his popularity with boys and girls alike. To John Ezzo—Warren Johnson leaves his jitterbug tendencies. To Charles Ponticello—James Digaspari leaves his jovial smile and good nature. To Marjorie Tufts—Molly Bonaventura leaves her quiet ways. To Betty Maine—Vinny Setticase leaves his memories. To Donald Dew—John Molinari leaves his cookie-duster. We appoint as our executors William Wallace Ostrynski and Meade Hedg- lon, this 24th day of June, 1939. Witnesses: 1. Bonzo Yarnell 2. Jackie Hurd. THE SENIOR CLASS BY WARREN JOHNSON CLASS SEAL: Cannot be shown as at present it is temporarily (we hope) residing at Ike’s Emporium for Collateral Loans (Hock Shop to you) to provide money to pay for the Toot”. THE TOOT 17 CLASS ALPHABET A—is for Albanese, Hilda, Rudy and Mary Jane, These three no doubt, will some day find fame. B—is for Bonaventura, Benishek and also Balducci, Success for them is our only prophecy. 0— is for Cordell, Case, Corl, Caldwell and Clarke, In the history of C. H. S. they leave their mark. B—is for Danesi, DiAngelis, DeFrancisco, Digaspari, Drain and Dew, Their smiles are many, their frowns very few. E—is for Eppolito whom we all know, A trick or two this world she’ll show. E—is for Fiore “the popcorn man”, A very bright future for him we plan. G—is for Gatto, Grilli and Gleason, so tall, Good luck and best wishes we give to them all. H—is for Hoyt and Hilts, two senior girls, We know a bright future for them unfurls. 1— is for Iannone, one of our class, The goal of “Achievement” no doubt she will pass. •I—is for Jaquay and Johnson too, We hope their success is great, their troubles few. K—is for Kindness, which we all have shared, From our high school faculty who got us prepared. L— is for LeBlanc, Lehner, Lumbrazo and Leneker, All on the staff of the “Toot” this year. M—is for Molinari, Moore, Mott and Mero, As good sports they rank high, as pessimists, zero. N—is for Nichols and also New, Among good sports they rank too. O—is for Oak, and we all know, “Great oaks from little acorns grow.” I'—is for Paone, Peretta and Ponticello too, Members of the senior class good and true Q—is for “quiz”, which we all hated, For from these tests our marks were rated. K—is for Rinando and Raiti, two of our classmates, As friends of ours, they also rate. S—is for Scanlon, Schirmer, Setticase, Simmons, Stahler and Sche!d, We know success for them will not be denied. T—is for Tanner, who is very athletic Success for him is very prophetic. U—is for unit which in turn stands for one, We’ve stuck together in all that we’ve done. V—is for Victory, which we now possess, After four short years in C. H. S. W—is for Wallace, Whitmeyer, Wilde, Ward, Weimer, Whipple and Wood, Success they desire and attain they should. X—stands for something which is hard to make rhyme, You can guess what it is when you have time. Y—is for Yorton, at the end of our alphabet, A great future for her we know is set. Z—stands for zealous, which we’ve all tried to be, We’ll all get to the top, just wait and see. —JUNE WOOD IK THE TOOT CLASS PROPHECY Are you Madam Lulu who sees all, knows all about old schoolmates?” Yes, and for only a quarter, too.” I graduated from Canastota High School in 1939—just 10 years ago to- day— and I thought it was about time to find out what the rest of the class is doing.” All right. Now don’t speak and 1 will try to contact them in the crys- tal—ah! here they come. Why, Sir! You just can’t imagine what that class of yours has done!” “Dcn’t let me guess! Tell me!’ Evidently they couldn’t stand being separated for they nave established a little city of their own. It has a num- ber for a name. It is not quite Clear yet. I see a three and a nine! Of course! Thirty-nine”. The mayor of Thirty Nine is a young woman. Her name seems to be Rose. Rose Raiti, whose private secretary is Miss Mari- etta Corl. Among the prominent citi- zens is the well-known bank presi- dent, Mr. Jarvis Dew with his army of secretaries, Minnie Sgroi, Marie DeAngelus and Rose DeFraneisco. A few have gained national, if not inter- national fame such as Howard Glea- son and Warren Johnson, civil engin- eers; James Dorrance, airplane de- signer and the ‘Jacqiinary Band’ com- posed mostly of John Molinari and Rodney Jaquay. It seems that they couldn’t agree whose band it would be so they compromised on a composite name. They are now playing in their own cabaret. Theodore Mero, the famous agent, having recognized the peculiar talents of Rose Iannone and Iona Drain, has made it possible for them to appear with the Jacqiinary Band in a twin dancing act. This cab- aret seems to be very well put to- gether. There is a cute cigarette girl Pat Wallace and Aletha Yorton runs a lively hat-checking business. The bouncer, Charles Moore also has a lively business. The band broadcasts over station WARD, owned and op- erated by David Ward. They have a singer with the band too. His name is Dominick Gatto. The local college holds many emi- nent persons. There is the president. Miss Mary Frances Stahler, whose ef- ficient secretary is Margaret Lumbra- zo. A member of the faculty who has made himself famous is Prof. Robert Chaffee, who must overrate the brill- iance of his pupils, for he has to ans- wer all his baffling questions himself. Physical education is well taken care of by Mary Jane Albanese and Charles Ponticello, the football coach, while June Wood teaches English. Others who have made names for themselves are: Herbert Leneker, the one man newspaper; Vincent Setticase, chief of police; Herbert Wilde, justice of the peace; William Tanner, fire chief; the minister Lelana Whippie and his wife, Patricia Clarke; Martha Caldwell and her gas station; Alex Fiore, a free-lance dancer; Frances Scheid, with her home for orphans is called ‘Mother Scheid; Marion Lehner’s opera house where Jennie Ponticello sells tickets to operas star- ring Hesper Hoyt and Ted Schirmer; James Rinando, the professional pug- ilist; James DeGaspari, who edits ar. exclusive sports newspaper; Mollia Bcnaventura and Gertrude Danes), who operate a large general hospital, with Jessie Grilli as dietitian. Pauline Balducci takes care of children while their parents shop in Harriet We;- mer’s department store; Isabelle Wright has inherited a large fortune, is a well known philanthropist and has hired Agnes Whitmeyer for her private secretary; Kathryn Eppolito owns a tearoom, Rudolph Albanese a large grocery store; Michael Perretta’s pride and joy is a private cafe; Mar- jorie Nichols is the owner of a res- taurant; Claire Scanlon employs Eliz- abeth Mott, Catherine Paone and Frances Loguidice in her beauty sa- lon. Virginia Allen is employed by Gerard LeBianc to attract customers to his ice cream parlor. Almon New's trucks deliver fruit to the wives in the residential section, among whom are the former Evelyn Hilts, Helen Cordell, Eloise Case, and Hilda Al- banese. Lillian Benishek has a lease on the corner of Main and East Main streets so that she can paint pictures of passersby. Her best customer is Gerald Wakefield, because he is al- ways having himself painted with his latest swordfish catch—I don’t see anyone else. I must have covered them all.” “Thank you for the information. 1 am going to find the city of Thirtv Nine right now! Goodbye!” —LILLIAN BENISHEK —ALEXANDER FIORE THE TOOT 27 SCHOOL SONG OF C. H. S. Oh, come let us rally and rouse a cheer For the school that is always jolly, Winning her laurels from year to year Guided by school spirits true Famous for loyalty far and near We’ve nothing to do WITH folly. So come let us clink, but first let us drink A toast C. H. S. to you. Here’s to the school we love the best, Here’s to the students bright, Here’s to the faculty, best on earth, Here’s to the red and white Here’s to the love that joins us all, True as the stars above, Here’s to the team that always wins, Here’s to the school we love. Oh, C. H. S., dear C. H. S. Thy sons will ne’er forget That golden haze of student days IS round about us yet, Those days of yore will come no more, But through our manly years, The thoughts of you, so good, so true, Will fill our eyes with tears. The thoughts of you, so good, so true, Will fill our eyes with tears. PING PONG TOURNAMENT It was announced in' January that a ping pong tournament would be held in Canastota. When thirty-five boys enrolled to compete in the tourn- ament it was decided to divide them in two divisions, first and second class. The first class division was for the players with more experience and more ability. The contest ran from January 11th to January 30th. The semi-finals found Peter Ellis versus L. Cary and Almon New ver- sus H. Dorrance. Ellis beat Cary and Dcrrance conquered New, making El- lis and Dorrance contenders for top place in first division. Ellis won. In the second division in the semi- finals, Veschusio was versus Chengari and Bogardus versus D. Dew. Chen- gari defeated Veschusio and Bogardus overcame Dew, making Chengari and Bogardus contenders for the throne in in the second division. Chengari became top player in the second division by defeating Bogard- us, and thereby earning the right to challenge the winner of the first di- vision for the title of champion ping pong player in Canastota High school. The two winners in their respective divisions engaged in five matches, the winner of three matches becoming champion. Ellis won three, defeating Chengari, thereby becoming the No. 1 ping pong player in C. H. S. for the season ’38- ’39. —PETER ELLIS Mrs. Smith. “What are the proper- ties of heat?” Warren: “Properties of heat are that heat expands bodies, while cold contracts them.” Mrs. Smith: “Very good. Can you give an example?” Warren: “les’m. In summer, when it is hot, the day is long, in winter, when it gets cold, it gets very short.” THE TOOT AUTOGRAPHS of Classmates and Teachers THE TOOT 29 NATIONAL THESPIANS The Dramatic Club of C. H. S. is an old and venerable institution, but its successor, the National Thespian Hon- orary Society is a veritable babe in arms, having been enjoying promin- ence in this school for only about three years. During this short time it has made its presence felt by the fine quality of the dramatic work produced under the excellent tutelage of Miss Helen Jacobs, our advisor. Membership in the National Thes- pians is something to work for. Those who have achieved the honor of be- coming Thespians during the past year are: Phyllis Woolsey, John Dor- ris, Mary Lanzafarni, Doris Durfes, Helen Ely, Alfreda Tornabene, Rob- ert Wilde, William Tanner, Barbara Imhofe, Barbara Gleason and Fran- ces Setticase. The first activity of the year was a picnic at the summer camp of Mary Pat: “Will you be true when I am gene?” Bob: “Yes, but don’t be gone long.’ Tibbits on Oneida lake. It was heid last fall and everyone had an enter- taining evening. Our chaperones were Miss Jacobs and Miss Elizabeth How- ard. As usual the three-act play was presented in early December. This year the choice was “Spring Fever” a farce of college life, ably interpreted by Doris Durfee, Helen Ely, Frances Setticase, Marjorie Nichols, Phyllis Woolsey, Mary Frances Stahler, Her- bert Wilde, Ivan Walters, William Tanner, Clifford Osgood, Robert Wilde and Warren Johnson. The latest pro- duction was Mushrooms Coming Up”, a one-act play presented in chapel. Our year closes and we hope that the next year will be as full for the National Thespians, Troop 46, Canas- tota High school, as the past years have been for us, the class of 1939. —HOWARD GLEASON Miss Mackey: “What is a farm?” Harriet: “A piece of land entirely covered by a mortgage.” � 0 THE TOOT MUSIC DEPARTMENT Under the able and diligent super- vision of Mr. Baritaud and Miss How- ard, the membership and activities in the Music Department have in- creased many fold in the last year. The band started the season of ’38 by electing John Molinari, president of the band and Marion Lehner, treas- urer and librarian of the band. It then played for the Republican rallies that were held at Canastota and Chittenango and put on a band concert in the High School auditor- ium. Various instrumental solos were rendered by the leading musicians. In May 24, 1939, the band partici- pated in a three way festival with Camden and Parish, where more than 150 pupils participated. Several select- ions were played by the individual bands, then they grouped into a mass in which several numbers were play- ed. The band has also played for all the athletic contests during the school year. The band, which consists of about 30 members, has made quite a reput- able name for itself during the past year. The Junior High Band was just re- cently started in September 1938 un- der the direction of Miss Howard. Re- markable talent and progress has been shown, and the band put on a con- cert in the High School auditorium. The audience was amazed at the pro- gress that the band had made, much of which is due to the able direction of Miss Howard. The Glee Club, the best in many years, has also had a very eventful and successful season. This really has been a “boom” year for the Glee Club. Under the direction of Mr. Baritaud, Miss Howard, Miss Jacobs and Miss Heller, the Glee Club put on the most outstanding musical performance in years, and reached its zenith in the production of “Pinafore.” “Pinafore” was such a hit that the Glee Club was invited to put on the performance at Hamilton, which was equally suc- cessful. The Glee Club also participated in a three way festival with Camden and Parish and has sung for the Com- mencement exercises. The Glee Club has finished the sea- son of ’38 and ’39 with quality and outstanding performance. The Symphonic Singers which took in many new members this year, first performed at the band concert in November. Later they sang for sev- eral church and community functions. The orchestra furnished music for the annual dramatic club play, “Spring Fever”, for prize speaking and the Commencement exercises. During the past year a great stride has been taken in the music depart- ment to expand musical education to the high school and junior high school. Instrumental lessons are given by our two music supervisors and various in- strumental and vocal combinations have been formed. We are proud of our flute trio, our girls vocal trio and various other instrumental groups. We, in the music department feel that our enviable progress is due to the untiring, ever successful, and patient work of Mr. Baritaud and Miss Howard. —JOHN MOLINARI Hesper: “Why don’t you keep your hair combed?” Herbie: “I have no comb.” Hesper: “Why don’t you buy a comb?” Herbie: “Because then I’d have to keep my hair combed.”.. THE TOOT SI PRESS Having its inception for the first time since 1934, when the “Red Raid- er” upheld the pride of the school, the Press Club went to press” and again published an independent school paper. Previous to this year, the lit- erary ability of the students shone only in a sheet of a local paper. Last fall a group of ambitious journalists in our school got together and decid- ed to publish a paper by the students. Herbert Leneker was chosen editor and was aided by the timely advice given by Miss Callaghan who acted as Faculty Advisor. The Commercial Rooms were used as the Press Rooms where the paper was published every Wednesday morning. The staff in- cluded about forty members, repre- senting each class of high school. The meetings were held in the Domestic Rooms where the paper was discussed for the ensuing issue and the differ- ent obstacles which might arise. The paper included about ten mimeograph- ed sheets and was named We, The CLUB Pupils”. It contained articles which pertained to sports, gossip, biograph- ies, interviews and other different ar- ticles which pertained to the students. During the illness of Miss Callag- han, Miss Jacobs served as our ad- visor. Miss Heller kept our financial accounts, which explains our finan- cial success, as well as our literary success. The Press Club had an abun- dance of actors and so they presented a play in Assembly several months ago. The finale for the Press Club activities for the year was a banquet. Dean Spencer of Syracuse University was the principal speaker, and at this banquet the officers for the coming year were elected; Charles Borgogno- ni was chosen editor, assisted by Au- drey Near. In closing, this column wishes the best of luck to the editor and the chief writers of the staff who are graduating, sincerely hopes that next year the paper will carry on as well as this year. —CHARLES BORGOGNONI 32 THE TOOT K. E. SOCIETY The K. E. Society has had an en- joyable year, with many activities, both social and financial. The first meeting of the school year was held at the home of the Presi- dent, Hesper Hoyt. Names of candi- dates for membership were suggested, and eighteen joined the Society, tne initiation being held at the home ot Mary Tibbits, on October 27th. Since the membership had grown to such numbers, it was decided to hold future meetings in the High School instead of the homes. The K. E. Convention was held during the Thanksgiving Holiday, at Jamestown, N. Y. Mary Jane Alban- ese, Patricia Wallace and Lillian Ben- ishek were our representatives. In November, Mrs. Damschroeder, the former Miss Eaton, resigned as Advisor of our Society and her place was taken by Miss Goff. Early in December, we sponsored a card party to raise money for the ex- pense of the Annual Ball. It was one of the most successful projects ever undertaken, netting us $26. December 26th, was the time decided on for the Ball, which was held in the gymnas- ium, the decorations being blue and white. Many attended and it was a very enjoyable affair. In January, the election of new offi- cers took place. They are, as follows. President, Mary Tibbits; Vice Presi- dent, Lorna Weimer; Treasurer, Mary Morecroft; Chaplain, Betty Smith; Recording secretary, Phyllis Woolsey; Corresponding Secretary, Barbara Gleason. No new members were initiated in January. The Mar-Mac Tea Room in Chitten- ango was the scene of our Annual Banquet, on the night of May 26th. Mr. D. R. McLean was the guest speaker. Miss Hesper Hoyt acted as Toastmistress, Mary Jane Albanese spoke in behalf of the old members and Doris Durfee for the new mem- bers. Dancing followed the dinner. We sincerely hope that the K. E. Society may go on to even greater glory during the next year. —BARBARA IMHOFE THE TOOT 33 BASEBALL The Canastota High School baseball team started its season with many in- experienced beys who were eager to put their strength and endurance a- gainst the more experienced boys ol neighooring high schools. As the sea- sen advanced those boys learned to play as a unit instead of as individ- uals and as a result the scores were closer and more victories were gain- ed. Paced by Steven Cimino, Canastota's star batsman, the team ended its sea- son with an enviable record of home runs and extra-base hits which have been rather scarce in past years at Canastota. Vincent Rossi and Stanley Sweet newcomers to the team, did fine work on the mound despite their lack of experience and the lack of other re- lief pitchers. We deeply appreciate the loyalty of the student body and thank them tor their fine spirit and sportsmanship as shown at all the local games. Letter men: Stanley Sweet, Vin- cent Rossi, A. Gaiavotti, S. Cimino, J. Rinando, W. Stearns, P. Hamlin, A. New, F. Morano, R. Jaquay, T. Schir- mer, S. Ezzo, Manager Donald Dew, Opponents Canastota Canastota 6 vs .........Snerrill 7 Canastota 9 vs .........Hamilton 17 Canastota 14 vs ........Cazenovia 3 Canastota 7 vs .........Sherrill 6 Canastota 20 vs ........tiamiicon 1� Canastota 7 vs ........Cazenovia 8 Canastota 7 vs ........Cazenovia 9 Canastota 3 vs ...........Oneida 14 Canastota 3 vs ...........Oneida 24 —RODNEY JAyUAr BOXING The Canastota High School boxing team enjoyed a fairly successful sea- son this year, it won second place honors in league competitions and in the final tournament. Its outstanding rcat was to defeat Oswego High for the first time since the boxing league was formed. Since their inception, tne boxing tournaments were previousy held ei- Iner at Oswego or Fulton, but this year Canastota had the honor of be- ing host to the league teams. Four members of our team won first place honors in the tournament. They were George Sorgello, in the 115 class, Leonard Nichols in the 125 pound class, Buster Hall 130 and Bennie Sgroi in the 145 pound class. They were awarded with gold medals. Second place winners included Joe Russitano in the 95 pound class; Louis Fiore in the 110 pound class; James Rinando in the 135 class ana Cnaries Moore at 150. Silver medals were a- warded to the secona place winners. Others who participated in the tournament but failed to receive med- als were: Frank Morano, 105 pound class; Eddie LaBlanc in the 120 pound class and Bill Tanner in the 140 pound class. Tanner’s chance of winning a medal was very good, but he had the bad luck of receiving a cut over his eye, which prevented him irom fighting. With the June graduation many of the veteran boxers will be missed in next year’s line-up. These will include James Rinando, Gerard LeBlanc, Bill Tanner, Bennie Sgroi, Charles Moore and Ivan Walters. —JAMES RINANDO WRESTLING This being the first year that Can- astota has had a wrestling team, not much was expected from it, but be- cause of the fine coaching of Bill Ostrynski and me way the boys re- sponded, our team was a success. We won two matches, tied one and lost five. Some we lost were only by a few points. Tnis a good record for a first year team and shows promise of good teams in the future. Only Charles Moore and Gerard LeBlana will be lost by graduation. The individual record of each boy is as follows: 95 lb. Shumard won 4, tied 1 lost 1. 105 lb. R. Wilde won 2, lost 4. (Continued on Page 35) 84 THE TOOT FOOTBALL Lack of material and inexperienced men for the backfield positions caus- ed C. H. S.’s football record to reach its lowest ebb in our history. Last September, Coach Schmidt met with the distressing problem of build- ing a team out of boys who were no- ticably lacking in weight and strength. A squad of about 25 candidates, of which 10 were veterans, spent the first three weeks under the direction of head coach “Pinky” Schmidt and Wallace Ostrynski, line coach, prepar- ing for their first game. Our team failed to click for various reasons, but as the season went along many of our faults were corrected. After meeting three defeats at Caz- encvia Central, Clinton and Oneida, we had our first home game with Lcwville. Misfortune overtook us in the closing minutes of the conflict to snatch the game away from us and give it to our opponents with a 14-13 score. Although we lost the next two games to Onondaga Valley and Fulton the boys kept on trying and taking it on the chin with the determination to do better in the next game. Our last game played here on an ideal Friday afternoon with Proctor of Utica, was a display of the old fighting spirit C. H. S. has been known for. Behind, at the half, the boys came back in the second frame to score the winning touchdown on a sustained drive from mid-field. Letter men are: Rudy Albanese, cap- tain; Jarvis Dew, Almon New, Vin- cent Setticase, James Rinando, Le- land Whipple, Herbert Wilde, William Tanner, Vernon Hall, Gerard LeBlanc, Charles Mcore, Clifford Osgooa, Tony Guifre, Donald Phipps, Ivan Walters, Reuben Halliday, Steven Cimino, Ben- ny Sgroi, and managers Ted Mero and Frank Morano. —HERBERT WILD 1 Virginia Allen: “You inherited your I Dominick Gatto: “No, I didn’t; he’s laziness from your father.” j got his yet. ” THK TOOT 35 BOYS’ BASKETBALL Canastota High School’s basketball team had cne of its worst seasons i i the history of school. Out of sixteen games, we won three, those being from Clinton, Waterville and Cazen- ovia. We were entered in the seven team league of the Upper Mohawk Valiey while we played a home and heme game with our old rival, Onei- da. Those winning block letters will include. Lou Cretaro, Babe” Galavor.- ti, Ted Schirmer, Sam Ezzo, Ed Cro- taro, Frank Morano, Tony Guiffre, A1 New, “Beak” Lawson, Albert Dep- politti and Phil Hamlin with James Digaspari as manager. The scores of the game were as follows: C. H. S. 20............... Hamilton 22 C. H. S. 21......... New Hartford 29 C. H. S. 12................ Oneida 30 c. H. S. 23 Clinton 20 c. H. S. 11 Whitesboro 56 c. H. s. 19 Waterville 38 c. H. s. 20 Cazenovia 23 c. H. s. 19 Sherrill 36 c. H. s. 8 Hamilton 32 c. H. s. 33 New Hartford 51 c. H. s. 24 Clinton 34 c. H. s. 25 Whitesboro 67 c. H. s. 40 Waterville 38 c. H. s. 24 Cazenovia 22 c. H. s. 12 Sherrill 27 c. H. s. 23 • Oneida 24 Total 334 555 We collected a total of 334 points and our opponents 555 witii our col- lecting the most from Waterville (40 points) and the least from Hamilton — AL” NEW WRESTLING (Continued from Page 33) 115 lb. L. Bruno won 1, lost 4. Mike Buda lost 2. 125 lb. G. LeBlanc won 5, lost 2. Sutton lost 2. 135 lb. Marion Buda won 5, lost 3 145 lb. D. Phipps won 2, lost 3. tied V Holliday won 2, tied 1. lost 3. 155 lb. Charles Moore won 7 lost 1. 165 Steve Cimino lost 2. Ackerman won 1. Results with the schools were: Rich- field Springs, we lost oy scores of 21M- to 4Vj and 18 to 14; Norwich, we lost by scores of 21 to 10 and 18 to 13; Sidney, we won by scores of 23 to 5 and tied 15-15; Camden, we lost 20 to 17 and won by 13-11. —GERARD Le BLANC 36 THE TOOT TRACK The 1939 track team of Canastota High School under the direction of Coach Sherry Wood started its season with a third place at Norwich, com- peting against Norwich and Cazeno- via. Due to the lack of experienced men and insufficient material, the team did not compare with those of previous years. The following week a dual track meet was held at Canastota with Cazencvia providing the opposition, and winning out by a close score of 47 to 42. Canastota showed up well in this meet and encouraged the boys as well as the coach that we had a winning team. Proving to the townspeople that Canastota had a tine tracK team on the previous Saturday, hundreds turn- ed out for the quadrangle meet held on the Roberts Street Field on Satur- day, May 20. Tne teams competing were Whitesboro, Canastota, Camden and Verona. Whitesboro took first honors with Canastota and Camden tying for second honors and Verona finishing in fourth place. On Monday, May 22, a meeting was held of all track members and elect- ed Vincent Setticase as tneir cap- tain of the year. Canastota’s only veterans from 1938 were: Vincent Setticase, Dick Cronk, Malcolm Sterling, Bill Tanner, Ger- ard LeBlanc, Robert Wilde, Dom Gat- to and Babe Galavotti. New mem- bers to the squad who also did fine work were: Dominick Russitano, Ed- die LeBlanc. Hamilton Mero, William Maloney, Bud Hall, Dick Wilkinson, Philip Hamlin, Sam Ezzo, John Ezzo, Bob Gatto, Tommy Kolar, John Dor- ris and Charles Gulliman, Sam Cos- tanzo was our manager. Other meets were neld with Low- ville, Chittenango, Hamilton ana Boonviile. The track Team wishes to thank all who helped judge the meets, and also the people who turned out and took an interest in our team. - VINCENT SETTICASE GIRLS1 i The girls field hockey team enjoy- ed cne of its most successful seasons this past fall. Games were played with New Hartford, Sherrill and Cazenovia. At the close of the season, two all- star teams were picked, four members frem each of the following schools: New Hartford, Cazenovia, Clinton, Sherrill and Canastota. Mary Jane Al- banese, Virginia Rhodes, Mary Mal- vaso and Virginia Cox represented Canastota. The final score of the all- star game was 4-3. Both Virginia Rhodes and Mary Malvaso scored for their respective teams. Scores of games played are as foil- lows: New Hartford 1 .........Canastota 6 Sherrill 1 .............Canastota 3 Cazenovia 3 ............Canastota 1 New Hartford 0 .........Canastota 9 Sherrill 2 .............Canastota 4 Cazenovia 5 ............Canastota 2 The intramural volleyball league | SPORT5 started with two teams from the third period gym class and one team from each of the fourth, fifth and seventh periods. Captains were chosen and the teams were named “Red Raiders”, F. Buttino; “Corn Huskers”, Clara Maj Harle; “Sharpshooters” Rose Peretta; “Lone Rangers” Virginia Rhodes; “Jitterbugs”, Bonnie Cunningham. The softball team got off to a good start. We played Morrisville there, and beat them 1 to 4. The softball schedule has not been completed but it looks like a very successful season. There are some archery meets sched- uled in the future for our excellent archers. The girls of C. H. S. deserve much credit for their fine sportsmanship but most of the credit belongs to our dili- gent and patient instructor, Miss Hel- ler. —MARTHA CALDWELL and —PATRICIA CLARKE THE TOOT 37 GIRLS' BASKETBALL Tae basketball season did not begin until after we returned from Christ- mas vacations. The intramural season was opened January fifth and closed February 23. Six captains were chos- en. Virginia Rhodes, Mary Jane Al- banese, Mary Malvaso, Mary Buttino, Teresa Garafola and Lena Finno- chario. Mary Buttino’s team played four games and won four games. Mary Jane Albanese’s team played four and won three, only losing to Mary Butti- no. The girls varsity basketball team played only five games. New Hartford 20 ......Canastota 18 Sherrill 29 .............Canastota 12 Cazenovia 29 ............Canastota 19 New Hartford 15 ......Canastota 20 Sherrill 21 ............Canastota 15 The girls receiving basketball le:- ters and having their names engraved on the plaque are: Mary Jane Alban- ese, Virginia Rhodes, Mary Malvaso, Patricia Clarke, Lena Finnochario, Mary Buttino and Elia Albanese. The Junior Varsity team played the same schedule as Varsity. New Hartford 17 ......Canastota 13 Cazencvia 10 ...........Canastota 8 Sherrill 19 ............Canastota 19 New Hartford 24 ......Canastota IS Sherrill 20 .............Canastota 24 The season was climaxeu with a banquet for the girls who played intra- I mural basketball. Mike: “I dreamed 1 was married lait night.” Rudy: “Were you happy.' Mike: “Yes, when ± woke up.” Mike: “If I should kiss you, would you scream for your folks?” Virginia Ely: “No, not unless you want to kiss the whole family.” WHO’S WHO IN THE Name Nickname Fondest Memory Aletha orton 'letha “Pinafore” Eloise Case Casey K. E. initiation Marion Lehner Bigonia Miss Clines Eng. class Lillian Benishek Berry vliss Clines Eng. class Rose Raiti Ro K. E. initiation Jessie Grilli Jess Senior party Jennie Ponticello Coz Jun.-Sen. party June Wood Junie Winning Scholarship riesper Hoyt Heppy “Pinafore” Catherine Haone Katie Jun.-Sen. picnic Mary Frances Stahler Tillie The Patsy” Howard Gleason Bud As a Junior Ptaiicia Wallace Pat All are fond Mary Jane Albanese M. J. Camp life Harriet Weimer Peaches Glee club Helen Coraell Sally Archery Marietta Corl Carrie Friends Patricia Clarke Pat K. E. initiation Alexander Fiore Fiat Skipping school Herbert Wilde Herbie “Spring Fever’ Claire Scanlon Susie Shorthand class Rose Iannone Shorty Basketball Dominick Gatto Buzz Jun.-Sen. picnic James Rinando Smiles TYeshman picnic Jarvis Dew Jeeves 4 yrs. in H. S. Mike Peretta Mike C. H. S.- H. C. Vincent Setticase Vinny Prize Speaking Warren Johnson Stinky Jun.-Sen. picnic Katherine Eppolitto Kay Jun.-Sen. picnic Agnes Whitmeyer Aggie Lunch period Virginia Allen Gimps Lunch period Rose DeFrancisco Ro 5th per. study SENIOR CLASS Favorite Amusement Dancing Dancing Bike riding Walking Radio Radio Movies Dancing Dancing Dancing Dancing Taking pictures Horse-back riding Dancing Archery- Archery Movies Phys. Education Tap dancing Swimming Archery Skat. dancing Movies Boxing Sports Swing music Football Swing music Dancing Dancing Dancing Radio Wants To Be Home Economics teacher Hairdresser i Dish washer I Professional artist Chemist Sculptor Teacher Teacher Musician Photographer Research chemist Engineer Priv. Secretary Phys. ed. teacher Clerk : Priv. Secretary Secretary Surgeon Successful C. P. A. Stenographer ( Typist in newspaper office Prosperous business man Journalist Business man Good husband Just average Engineer Nurse Secretary Secretary j Secretary WHO’S WHO IN THE SENIOR CLASS [Continued] Name Nickname Fondest Memory Favorite Amusement Wants To Be Frances Logudice Frankie Skipping school Shagging Be happily married Pauline Balducci Polly 4 yrs. in C. H. S. Dancing Happy Minnie Sgroi Minn 7th per. study Dancing Fashion designer Mary DeAngelis Economics class Dancing Secretary Gertrude Danesi Gerty Jun.-Sen. picnic Dancing Nurse Margaret Lumbrazo Marge Jun. Prom Dancing Priv. Secretary Mollie Bonaventura Ollie Jun.-Sen. picnic Reading Nurse Edward Schirmer Ted Lcnkey Basketball Second Caruso James Digaspari Jug C. H. S.—H. C. Basketball Reporter William Tanner Bill Can. beat Oswego Sports Drafter James Dorrance Jim Jun.-Sen. picnic Sports Aviator John Molinari the “Maestro” Prize Speaking Dancing Musician Herbert Leneker Flash School paper Movies Journalist Leland Whipple Whip Football Dancing Mechanic Robert Chaffee Archimedes History “C” Hunt. Fishing Ag. teacher David Ward Dave Senior party Radio Radio engineer William Simmonds Bill Trip to Schenectady Football Aviation Frances Sheid Free Freshman yr. Reading Teacher Evelyn Hilts Hcney Concert at Edwards Dancing Housewife Iona Drain Dearie Aichery class Movies Int. Decorator Elizabeth Mott Libby prize speaking Movies Secretary Hilda Albanese A1 Freshman picnic Dancing Hairdresser Rudolph Albanese Rudy 1st date Picnics Football coach Martha Caldwell Mack Gym class Sports Aviatrix Marjorie Nichols Margie Prize speaking Dancing Priv. sec. to rich man Almon New A1 Lonkey’s party Swimming Man Charles Moore Chuck Can’t remember Movies A success Ineodore Mero Ted Jun.-Sen. picnic Hunt. Fishing Farmer Rodney Jaquay Bill Ruby Artie Shaw Harry James 2nd. Isabelle Wright Issy Coming back to H. S. Crocheting Secretary Gerald Wakefield Jerry Spec, fishing trip Movies Forester Gerard LeBlanc Frenchie Football squad Swimming Accountant H S H C Compliments of CLARENCE E. CONLEY Attorney and Counselor Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of DELUXE BEAUTY SHOP Peterboro St. Canastota, N. Y. ANTONIO G. WALDO Attorney and Counselor Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of FEIDT’S SERVICE STATION Seneca Ave. Canastota, N. Y. We Aim To Please CAPPY’S BILLIARD PARLOR Shoe Shine 134 Peterboro St. Compliments of O. ZUMBO Barber Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of M. E. NEWBERRY SON Furniture and Funeral Service Canastota, N. Y. G. R. CARDNER Meats and Groceries Phone 170-J 204 N. Main St. We Deliver Compliments of DR. T. J. RUNFOLA Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of ROSS A. PATANE Attorney Canastota, N. Y. Good Luck To The Class of 1939 From Canastota Coal Lumber Co. Dealers in Coal, Lumber and Builders’ Supplies Barlow St. Telephone 93 Success To The Class of 1939 Moore, Haskell Barott, Inc. INSURANCE A. E. DEW SONS, INC. “Materials of Quality” Plan Service Building Material PHONE 226, CANASTOTA, N. V. The Lee Manufacturing Corp. Manufacturers of OVERSTUFFED SUITES AND CHAIRS 218 Roberts St. Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of Your Local Ford Dealei Compliments of ARTHUR L. STROUGH The Home of R. G. Used Cars The PRESS CLUB Canastota High School Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of Compliments of LITTLE WONDER FOOD MARKET KING’S RESTAURANT Phone 105 Center St. Canastota, N. Y. Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of The Compliments of CANDY KITCHEN J. C. SKADEN Jr. Oneida, N. Y. Compliments of JOSEPH PANEBIANCO Fancy Meats Groceries Success To The Class of 1939 PHIL RYAN Dodge Plymouth Canastota, N. Y. Woolsey Woolsey Attorneys-at-Law Canastota, N. Y. C. LYNN TAYLOR Canastota, N. Y. Life Insurance Phone 60 Always something new in Dry Goods Dresses Millinery Curtains Draperies HOWARD S. GLEASON Incorporated 133 S. Peterboro St. Canastota, N. Y. TOBIN WHITMEYER The Complete Home Builders Phone Canastota 140 Chittenango 2502 “They Take The Herald Canastota Home” Chamber of Commerce Exclusive Wirephotos extends to the class of 1939 JERDEN P. GENGE its congratulations And wishes each member Canastota Agt. Health, Wealth and Phone 221 Prosperity Give To The World For Fine Commercial What You Expect To Receive PRINTING Come to the SMITH — CANASTOTA BEE-JOURNAL PRESS Ski-High Farms Printers of “The Toot” We, the Senior Class take this opportunity to ex- press our appreciation to the advertisers who made this “Toot” possible. Compliments of AVON THEATRE The Latest in Pictures Canastota, N, Y. Compliments of E. F. SCHEPP SON Furniture Funeral Directors Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of WALDO’S GRILL Peterboro St. Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of NEAR’S GARAGE N. Peterboro St. Canastota, N. Y. Compliments of FANNIE’S BEAUTY SHOPPE Peterboro St. Canastota, N. Y. DEBRUCQUE GREENHOUSES “Say it with flowers, but say it with ours”. Phone 306 Compliments of FINE’S SHOE STORE Family Shoes At A Family Price i FA RNHAM 1 IT'S BE LITER Telephone 111 Congratulations Seniors! REMEMBER THIS.......... For people of large or moderate means alike, there is one certain and easy way to avoid poverty and to achieve financial security. That way is to be found in the consistent saving and careful investment of a regular sum, no matter how small the amount. THREK WAYS TO USE MONEY 1. You can spend every penny that you earn. 2. You can speculate and run a heavy risk of losing it. 8. You can invest your savings carefully for the protection of your capital, and with the assurance that liberal and regular earnings will help your money to grow'. Think Wisely Before Making Your Choice CANASTOTA SAVINGS LOAN ASSOCIATION “PUT YOUR SAVINGS IN THE LOAN” Good Luck and Best Wishes For Your Future Success to Each Member Of The Class Of 1939 From Millie, Alex, Jay, Ned and Andy T. H. PERRIN CO. The Rexall Stores CANASTOTA — CHITTENANGO ANDY ADAMS, Prop. ROYAL AND CORONA TYPEWRITERS The First National Bank Canasiota, N. Y. THE OLD RELIABLE This Bank and its predecessors have served the community tor over 83 years It is a member of FEDERAL RKSERVE SYSTEM AMERICAN BANKERS’ ASSOCIATION NEW YORK STATE BANKERS’ ASSOCIATION Assets Over $1,200,000 CHECKING ACCOUNTS SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES INTEREST ACCOUNTS TRAVELERS CHECKS Deposits of each depositor covered by ederal Deposit insurance Corp.. Washington, D. C. Up i $5,000.00 Your Patronage Is Welcomed FREDERICK W. DEW, President JOHN L. ROBERTSON, Vice-Pres. CLIFFORD W. CRAMP, Vice-Pres. GUY M. LEWIS, Cashier W ALLIAM G. DEW, Asst. Cashier GEORGE N. FR ANK, Asst. Cashier